I saw them in 1977 at the "Paradiso" in Amsterdam. I was 19 and this was my introduction to Punk. What an eye opener. I am 65 now and still love this band and this song in particular.
Jet Black was 39 when this was made same age as my dad at the time , there"s me leaping up n down to peaches and me old man is the same age as the drummer , now me old man is 84 with 1 week to leave and im remembering lots of things , cheers Dad xxx
One of the best bass players on the planet.one of the most poignant bands of the 20th and 21st century they certainly shook things up and brought me a lot of pleasure going to see them live.off to Manchester tonight to see them kick it up
JJ was awesome then and 40 odd years later not only can he play killer bass but looks like he could kick 10 bells out of you if you annoy him.. great mix of virtuosity and menace
Awesome punk band! This is one of all time favourites. I've listened to this song so many times. I'm 23 and love this band I've gotten more into them than usual recently.
I traveled all the way to the UK to see the best band in the world ( in Brum ,..and they played this tune ! ) but whilst in London, a friend brought me to the Hope n Anchor and there above the Jukebox is a framed pic of the meninblack !! I was completely floored having no idea they played there , And neither did my friend ! Hahaha 👏 👏
It was around the mid 80's I saw The Stranglers in concert in my hometown of Santa Barbara, California at the Santa Barbara County Bowl. Oddly enough they opened up for Roxy Music. Two of my many favorite bands from England.
@@WaltzInBlack Yes it was! I had the studio recording of the LP 'Feline', and I did purchase the t-shirt of that tour. Unfortunately I do not have the ticket stub nor the t-shirt. I do wish I still had them. I kept yelling out for them to play "Peaches" a few times but they didn't. But Hugh did respond to that, "Ah. Someone remembers." I think I was the only one at that concert that knew who The Stranglers were.
@@undergroundwarrior70 this gig is also interesting as it's not on the 1983 gigography. They were in the area at the time. As they were support to RM, I wonder if it was an early extra show added in to their schedule. Never knew the supported Roxy.
@@WaltzInBlack It was announced that Roxy Music was coming to Santa Barbara at that time, but I do not remember if The Stranglers were on the tickets or they were listed as Special Guests. Or for some reason a cancellation on the other band and The Stranglers were available at that time to open up for Roxy Music. I do not know any of the details for that concert. I was just very happy to see The Stranglers and Roxy Music that same evening on stage. (Also it was around 1981 or '82 that I did not make the effort to go see Kraftwerk in concert at the Santa Monica Civic, in Santa Monica, California. To this very day I kick myself in the ass when I think about it).
This video and the first snarl of JJ's bass had me hooked, and hoping to see The Stranglers and Hugh this year or next best part of half a century later!
Remarkable seeing Wilson say something good about The Stranglers...however back handed it might be. Of course he later totally rejected them after the Savage incident.
I believe that the contemporaneous, ITV Granada critic comment at the end to outline that The Stanglers were essentially rebelling against the "punk rejection of objectionable Rock 'technique'" was well made. They were/are a great band caught in the transmission between Rock/Punk/New Wave. Anyway, a great band for musicians to enjoy and learn from.
The bass tone is something that won't happen again i guess... Distortion, full attack and a unique (but not the only) bass driven single in band's history!
@@WaltzInBlack Castaways in Union Street. They only put on live bands for a couple of years. 77-79 I'm guessing. I was really disappointed because I liked them on record, but live the sound was awful, they were out of tune, and Burnel was more interested in pretending to fight people than in playing. It was pathetic, the worst live show I have ever seen.
@@shaunkelly9860 saw the Fiesta gig in the Autumn which to me was really good. In the summer there was loads of trouble following them around which sometimes impacted onstage & JJ was extra full of attitude at the time. Probably very aware it could erupt any time. Sounds like Castaways due to when Rattus came out and being toured. The new Bands that year had loads of trouble all over the place. It was a great time to watch live music. Only ever saw one band at Castaways and that was Sham 69.
@@WaltzInBlack Castaways wasn't the best venue, and yes, there were definitely some assholes in the audience. I think The Vibrators were the support band - they were ok.
I saw them in 1977 at the "Paradiso" in Amsterdam. I was 19 and this was my introduction to Punk. What an eye opener. I am 65 now and still love this band and this song in particular.
You have excellent taste. Maybe you will hear it at the Melkweg later this year
Me same age, same year at Brunel Uni in UK....! Classic x
Jet Black was 39 when this was made same age as my dad at the time , there"s me leaping up n down to peaches and me old man is the same age as the drummer , now me old man is 84 with 1 week to leave and im remembering lots of things , cheers Dad xxx
Dads are important.Tell him he’s the man.Make him smile.
@@WaltzInBlack Cheers , I will do .
One of the best bass players on the planet.one of the most poignant bands of the 20th and 21st century they certainly shook things up and brought me a lot of pleasure going to see them live.off to Manchester tonight to see them kick it up
JJ's legendary green Precision bass - what a sound.
JJ was awesome then and 40 odd years later not only can he play killer bass but looks like he could kick 10 bells out of you if you annoy him.. great mix of virtuosity and menace
Wow first band I ever saw in 78..burned in my memory.. never to be repeated..threatening and musically brilliant!
Wow same here! Glasgow Apollo wi The Skids. JJ jumped into the crowd and ragdolled a bouncer!!!
Nice rare footage, thank god for UA-cam
Awesome punk band! This is one of all time favourites. I've listened to this song so many times. I'm 23 and love this band I've gotten more into them than usual recently.
🖤
If Carlsberg did Bass Players and Keyboardists...................these two would be probably be the best in the world
brilliant, love it !!!!
Algy Ward is definitely the best bassist they had
@@jamesmurray1449 This isn't The Damned you muppet!!
I was 14 years old. Long live the 70s
JJ Burnel absolute badass! 🇧🇷🇫🇷👍
Another great track from one of my all time favourite albums.
Brilliant song from a superb band .....
Dave's keyboards on this song are exemplary.
The best band
Bar none
RIP Dave
YES, We were spinning vinyl in those days and lovin The Stranglers
This was the song that made me a lifelong stranglers fan
I traveled all the way to the UK to see the best band in the world ( in Brum ,..and they played this tune ! ) but whilst in London, a friend brought me to the Hope n Anchor and there above the Jukebox is a framed pic of the meninblack !! I was completely floored having no idea they played there , And neither did my friend ! Hahaha 👏 👏
and now a video from the same place. Bet that sent the hairs up the back of your neck
Still the best live band.
my favourite ever stranglers record brilliant
best punk band all time
The first band and that I really got into, still mostly wear black now. Cool as Fk.
Same ! ♥️ JJ was my first crush too
I love this version, and Tony was right 👍
Great band great track
A great song...it sounds like the old school punk....
great clip...that bass tone though....pheeeew
Reminds me of my college days - I was the spit of JJ and was often asked for my, I mean his autograph - LOL
The year I left school wow
brilliant band
JJ's bass sound ! And playing .
Those T-shirts are hilarious. 😂
Awesome song by an awesome band. The 70's were the best. From prog to punk. Not like the over produced shite today.
It was around the mid 80's I saw The Stranglers in concert in my hometown of Santa Barbara, California at the Santa Barbara County Bowl. Oddly enough they opened up for Roxy Music. Two of my many favorite bands from England.
The Feline Tour. Bet you enjoyed that. Have you got a stub from the show.?
@@WaltzInBlack Yes it was! I had the studio recording of the LP 'Feline', and I did purchase the t-shirt of that tour. Unfortunately I do not have the ticket stub nor the t-shirt. I do wish I still had them. I kept yelling out for them to play "Peaches" a few times but they didn't. But Hugh did respond to that, "Ah. Someone remembers." I think I was the only one at that concert that knew who The Stranglers were.
@@undergroundwarrior70 this gig is also interesting as it's not on the 1983 gigography. They were in the area at the time. As they were support to RM, I wonder if it was an early extra show added in to their schedule. Never knew the supported Roxy.
@@WaltzInBlack It was announced that Roxy Music was coming to Santa Barbara at that time, but I do not remember if The Stranglers were on the tickets or they were listed as Special Guests. Or for some reason a cancellation on the other band and The Stranglers were available at that time to open up for Roxy Music. I do not know any of the details for that concert. I was just very happy to see The Stranglers and Roxy Music that same evening on stage. (Also it was around 1981 or '82 that I did not make the effort to go see Kraftwerk in concert at the Santa Monica Civic, in Santa Monica, California. To this very day I kick myself in the ass when I think about it).
@@undergroundwarrior70 a really good time for music. Great that you got a Hugh shout back.
F-ing Awesome .............
beautiful x
Fascinating to see the song performed, as well as Wilson’s rather arch comments.
love this band music fantastic
This video and the first snarl of JJ's bass had me hooked, and hoping to see The Stranglers and Hugh this year or next best part of half a century later!
Me too! ♥️♥️♥️☯️☮️
The Stranglers rule!
Energy 100%
Pure class
Brilliant.
❤
GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!
ace tune x
Remarkable seeing Wilson say something good about The Stranglers...however back handed it might be. Of course he later totally rejected them after the Savage incident.
Wilson was a gobshite....Joy Division were heavily influenced by the Stranglers... especially Hooks bass sound.
What is the Savage incident
LIKE THE STRANGLERS.. i saw live 80´s
Thank you for posting !!
I believe that the contemporaneous, ITV Granada critic comment at the end to outline that The Stanglers were essentially rebelling against the "punk rejection of objectionable Rock 'technique'" was well made. They were/are a great band caught in the transmission between Rock/Punk/New Wave. Anyway, a great band for musicians to enjoy and learn from.
COOL. ✌
Nice Video
The Stranglers' 18th LP come out Sep. 10th!
BTW: "Something Better Change" was also the title of DOA's 1980 debut...
The bass tone is something that won't happen again i guess... Distortion, full attack and a unique (but not the only) bass driven single in band's history!
Erm…BRMC? Joy Division?
Be quiet.
@@TheMusicalElitist true story! I wanted to underline stranglers contribution in bass driven anthems!
@@xkmolyviatis my bad!!! Sorry on my part!!!! Forgive me!
@@TheMusicalElitist no worries! We are on the same page!
I wish I was the microphone
Ha ha, you saucy little devil!
great song. but. nothing changed
Burnel - yeah I would
Proper punk 🇬🇧
Tony Wilson = legend, brought punk to the north west...
Jet looks a bit sunburnt.
Just what is that on Hugh Cornwall's T shirt? 🤣
JJ Burnell on lead vocals?
He is.
WaltzInBlack Yep thought that was;-) was there any more tracks that JJ Burnell took over on lead vicals?
@@jonathanhadley2555 JJ has featured on lead on many tracks over the years. There is plenty for you to explore. Enjoy.
WaltzInBlack Thanks I was never a big Stranglers fan
@@jonathanhadley2555 The Raven
Who said that The Stranglers weren’t Punk?
THE BIRTH OF A GOOD BAND 1977 TURN "THE CLOCK BACK" PLEASE
JJ with an Earring in his right ear, What's that all about ?.
Wear your safety pins and always remember to spit.
Oh, be quiet, Tony.
Unfortunately, it didn't
The only band I have ever paid to see and walked out on. I saw them in 77 in Plymouth - they were absolutely terrible.
Woods, Castaways or the Fiesta that year.
@@WaltzInBlack Castaways in Union Street. They only put on live bands for a couple of years. 77-79 I'm guessing. I was really disappointed because I liked them on record, but live the sound was awful, they were out of tune, and Burnel was more interested in pretending to fight people than in playing. It was pathetic, the worst live show I have ever seen.
@@shaunkelly9860 saw the Fiesta gig in the Autumn which to me was really good. In the summer there was loads of trouble following them around which sometimes impacted onstage & JJ was extra full of attitude at the time. Probably very aware it could erupt any time. Sounds like Castaways due to when Rattus came out and being toured. The new Bands that year had loads of trouble all over the place.
It was a great time to watch live music. Only ever saw one band at Castaways and that was Sham 69.
@@WaltzInBlack Castaways wasn't the best venue, and yes, there were definitely some assholes in the audience. I think The Vibrators were the support band - they were ok.
@@WaltzInBlack did anyone ever see Johnny thunders heartbreakers. Back in those days.